OpenClaw5.1
1–5Poke leads 5–1 (0 tied) over 6 shared dimensionsPagent
Poke6.7
Scores from tests dated Oct 27, 2026. Test runs: OpenClaw 30, Poke 18.
Where each one scores higher
Higher score for OpenClaw
Higher score for Poke
Only OpenClaw was tested
Dimension by dimension
| Dimension | OpenClaw | Poke | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online task | 7 | 4 | OpenClaw |
| Travel booking | 3 | — | Not tested on both |
| Purchasing | 6 | — | Not tested on both |
| Phone calls | 3 | — | Not tested on both |
| Email replies | 4 | 9 | Poke |
| Proactive help | 5 | 8 | Poke |
| Routines | 7 | 8 | Poke |
| Connected apps | 7 | 8 | Poke |
| Permissions & privacy | 4 | — | Not tested on both |
| Memory | 5 | 8 | Poke |
Beyond the scores
| OpenClaw | Poke | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 5.1 | 6.7 |
| Done first try | 32% | 61% |
| Public opinion | 36% | 45% |
| Reply time | 38s | 13s |
| Price | — | $19 |
| Plan | Free | Free tier |
| Where you text it | iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, App | SMS, App |
| Company | OpenClaw Foundation (independent 501(c)(3)) | The Interaction Company of California Inc. |
| Trains on your chats by default | Unclear | Yes |
| Where data is stored | Self-hosted: state, memory and credentials stay on your own hardware; prompts go to the model provider and chat platforms you configure | Not specified; data may be processed in the US and other countries |
Plan, channels and privacy come from each product's own site and policy. They are not scored.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, OpenClaw or Poke?
On the 6 tests both took, Poke scores higher on 5 and OpenClaw on 1, with 0 tied. Overall: OpenClaw 5.1, Poke 6.7 out of 10.
Which replies faster, OpenClaw or Poke?
Typical reply time in our test runs: OpenClaw 38s, Poke 13s.
When were they tested?
Scores from tests dated Oct 27, 2026. OpenClaw has 30 test runs and Poke 18. Every assistant gets the same published tests, word for word.